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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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